Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mohavensis
ID:
80370

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 1(2): 446. 1884 [Jul 1884]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079699



Common Names

  • Mohave Senecio
  • Mohave Groundsel
  • Mohave Ragwort


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Description

Senecio mohavensis (also called Mohave ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio mohavensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio mohavensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio mohavensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Senecio mohavensis

Senecio mohavensis is native to the Mojave Desert in California.

Senecio mohavensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio mohavensis?

Senecio mohavensis

What is the common name of Senecio mohavensis?

Mojave Groundsel

Where is Senecio mohavensis found?

It is found in California and Nevada

Species in the Senecio genus

Senecio niveoaureus, Senecio humifusus, Senecio barbarae, Senecio longicollaris, Senecio laricifolius, Senecio queenslandicus, Senecio fremontii, Senecio paucijugus, Senecio abruptus, Senecio productus, Senecio katangensis, Senecio pseudoformosus, Senecio formosissimus, Senecio rauranus, Senecio megaphylla, Senecio subdentatus, Senecio ruwenzoriensis, Senecio expansus, Senecio dolichocephalus, Senecio littoreus, Senecio diodon, Senecio usgorensis, Senecio glanduloso-lanosus, Senecio goldmanii, Senecio cedrorum, Senecio caloneotes, Senecio hansweberi, Senecio altoandinus, Senecio subauritus, Senecio gardneri, Senecio verbascifolius, Senecio tarokoensis, Senecio latiflorus, Senecio dilungensis, Senecio tenuicaulis, Senecio aridus, Senecio surinamensis, Senecio kotschyanus, Senecio pirottae, Senecio propinquus, Senecio murinus, Senecio maeviae, Senecio decipiens, Senecio papillosus, Senecio otuscensis, Senecio hewrensis, Senecio candidans, Senecio sheldonensis, Senecio telmateius, Senecio digitalifolius,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-36272: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.